Are you or someone you know working on mental health challenges and looking for additional support?

Join others who are committed to improving their lives

Programs for People (PFP) is a trusted, community-rooted mental health agency providing full-day treatment and vocational support for adults with serious mental health conditions. For over 50 years, PFP has fostered a unique sense of belonging where clients are seen, valued, and supported to thrive--often describing the program as "family."

Programs For People, Inc., offers services to help clients improve their ability to engage successfully in all aspects of life. We believe that attention to self-care, coping skills, symptom management, vocation, socialization, and recreation increases a person's ability to achieve their goals. Our services are provided within the context of a highly supportive atmosphere that promotes and facilitates change.

Our services can:

  • Prevent hospitalization

  • Shorten hospital stays

  • Improve symptom management

  • Help with employment

  • Promote a greater understanding of mental health

  • Lessen the stigma of mental health conditions in the community

“We are deeply grateful for a 2025 Grant from the Cummings Foundation, which will be given in installments over three years. It will greatly assist us as we provide meaningful, individualized treatment in a daily therapeutic setting, helping clients to achieve success in daily living skills, relationships, social or civic involvement, symptom management, and opportunities for employment.” says Director Laura Hughes, PMHCNS-BC. “The need for the kind of services provided by Programs For People, Inc. is continually growing throughout its MetroWest service area. Support from area companies, local and professional groups, family foundations and individual donations is truly needed and will make an enormous impact upon the lives of our clients, their families, and the community.”